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“Nice job on the article — one of the better, more informative I have seen on the subject. You were easy to work with — let me know if there is another opportunity to work together.” —Kent Kirch, global director of recruitment, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu

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"I think you did a great job with the article and I appreciate the accuracy with which you conveyed my thoughts." —Lisa Patten, director, PricewaterhouseCoopers

“This is an excellent article; you did a fantastic job of weaving the facts and options for employers to consider.” —Bill Gaul, CEO, The Destiny Group

“You have done the best job thus far (no hype) of capturing what was said in our interview.” —Tom Embrescia, CEO, .jobs

"Thank you so much for the copy of the article, and for quoting me so accurately! This is such an important subject, and you gave it some much needed light." —Caryn Lennon, J.D.

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“Thank you very much for writing such a nice and thoughtful article on the early college high school initiative. Your article really captures the essence of the program, and gives readers excellent insight to its potential. Your work is greatly appreciated.” —Carmon Cunningham, vice president, technology & communications, Jobs for the Future

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"Thanks Paula! I have to say, of all the interviews I have done, yours was the most accurate as far as quoting and paraphrasing what was stated.” —Jared Callahan, director of client relations, Employment Screening Resources (ESR)

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Integral Search & Selection

“I read your article "Re-Recruiting Your Employees.” It was indeed a great article. I would love to have you speak to a group of HR professionals at my company.” —Barbara Amos, second vice president, employee relations consultant, Northern Trust

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Professional Writing Program, Towson University

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